New Concession Stand Opens at Trigg County Recreation Complex

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After nearly five years of planning and construction, the Cadiz-Trigg County Chamber of Commerce has officially opened a new concession stand at the Trigg County Recreation Complex. The $250,000 facility replaces an old building from 1985 and features a full-service kitchen, storage space, and ADA-compliant restrooms.

Why it matters

The new concession stand is part of a broader effort to upgrade the aging Trigg County Recreation Complex, which has seen improvements like new lights and scoreboards over the past decade. The complex hosts a variety of youth and high school sports, so the updated concession stand will enhance the experience for athletes, families, and spectators.

The details

Construction on the new concession stand was completed by Reynolds Construction after two previous bids came in over budget. The project was partially funded by a $125,000 state grant awarded in 2021, though delays and rising costs pushed the total price tag to $250,000. The new facility replaces an outdated building from 1985 that was constructed for just under $10,000.

• In 2021, the county was awarded a $125,000 state grant to construct the building.
• In October 2024, two construction bids were rejected because both came in well above what had been envisioned.
• The bid from Reynolds Construction was approved in March of 2025.
• The new concession stand will be open in time for the summer Trigg County Youth Athletic Association season as well as the remainder of the high school baseball and softball seasons.

What they’re saying

What’s next

Recent upgrades to the Complex in the past decade have included lights on the Tee Ball Fields and new scoreboards on four fields. However, Humphries says new lights on fields built in the 1970s and illuminated in 1983 could also see future improvements.